Canvass
Sep 22, 2026
6 recorded violations
Official wording
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HOT DOGS THAWING IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IMPROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO THAW UNDER REFRIGERATION OR UNDER COOL RUNNING WATER.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GARBAGE CAN LOCATED IN EMPLOYEE TOILETROOM WITHOUT COVERING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MIDDLE LID ON LARGE OUTDOOR RECEPTACLE IN DISREPAIR/ NOT TIGHT FITTED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (B). NO CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS IN CRACKS AND CREVICES OF BACK WALL IN PREP AREA NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED VENTS LOCATED ABOVE PREP TABLE IN WALL AS WELL AS HOODED EQUIPMENT WITH ACCUMULATED DUST AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector’s notes
PIC UNABLE TO PROVIDE UPDATED CERTIFICATE FOR 1 OF 2 FOOD HANDLERS. INTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source